Lost
LOST Power Tools in Decatur, Illinois
Near the Decatur Square
Lost
listing
Posted
18 days
ago
Description
LOST: Power Tools. I was wrapping up a DIY project around 7:15 p.m. last Friday behind the Decatur Public Library, near the Macon County Courthouse, when my Power Tools disappeared. They sat on a metal bench outside the plaza and I stepped away for a quick moment to grab my charger from the truck. They’re essential for weekend repairs and my small home business, so losing them hits hard. If anyone found them in that area, please drop them at the city’s lost-and-found desk so they can be reunited with me.
Approximate last-seen location
Near the Decatur Square
Pin shows an approximate area, not the exact spot — to protect privacy.
How to safely get your item back
A short checklist to protect you and the item during the handoff.
Verify the finder before meeting
- Ask them to describe a detail not shown in your listing, such as an engraving, scratch, or contents.
- Request a clear photo of the item from an angle you did not post.
- Do not pay any release, shipping, or storage fee.
- Do not share your full address until you have verified them.
Meet in a safe, public place
- Police stations, café entrances, transport hubs, and shop foyers all work.
- Meet during daylight hours where there is CCTV and foot traffic.
- Avoid private homes, car parks at night, or isolated locations.
Bring someone with you
- Tell a friend or family member where you are meeting and when.
- Share your live location with them during the handoff.
- For high-value items, consider contacting your local police station for advice first.
Keep communication on lostandfound.io
- Use the in-app message thread so there is a record if something goes wrong.
- Do not move to WhatsApp, SMS, or email until you have exchanged a verifying detail.
- Never share bank details, government ID numbers, or copies of your ID.